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Communications exposing Russia’s preparations to invade Ukraine are part of a larger trove of sensitive materials obtained by Ukrainian and other security services.
As his invasion enters its fourth month, the Russian leader is preparing for the long haul. Meanwhile, the military is chattering about its losses, and putting out calls for supplies on Telegram.
How Putin Decided To Go to War. The war in Ukraine has become a protracted conflict. But no matter how events develop further, it is already obvious that the initial plan for the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian army has failed.